Routine Body Fluid Analysis
Test Mnemonic
ROUBFL
CPT Codes
- 84157 - QTY (1)
- 89051 - QTY (1)
- 84315 - QTY (1)
Aliases
- RTBF
Includes
- Protein
- Site
- Color
- Clarity
- RBC
- WBC
- Diff
Performing Laboratory
Cleveland Clinic Laboratories
Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 mL | Fluid, body | Clean container | Refrigerated | Place a portion of the fluid in a 4 mL lavender-top (EDTA) tube. Indicate specimen type/source on requisition. |
Days Performed
Sun - Sat
Turnaround Time
1 day
Methodology
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Biuret | |
| Microscopy |
Reference Range
Special Info
Indicate fluid type/source on requisition.
Clinical Info
Evaluation of pleural, pericardial, or abdominal effusion. (For synovial or cerebrospinal fluid, see separate listings.)